Music students to share the art and accessibility of opera with ‘Figaro’s Wedding’
Liberty University’s School of Music invites audiences to enjoy modernized Mozart with “Figaro’s Wedding,” an adapted production of the famed composer’s opera “The Marriage of Figaro,” to be performed in the Tower Theater from Jan. 26-29. Dr. Wayne Kompelien, a…
School of Music groups bring ‘A Liberty Christmas’ to Washington, D.C.
Two Liberty University School of Music ensemble vocal groups, LU Praise and Shine, assembled in Washington, D.C., on Saturday for “A Liberty Christmas” at the Museum of the Bible’s World Stage Theater. The evening showcased a wide array of Christmas…
Michael W. Smith says he’s ‘honored’ to perform as mentor to Liberty University music students
During a Liberty University School of Music songwriting class on Monday afternoon, students were joined by one of the biggest names in Christian music, Michael W. Smith, as he led them from the piano in singing some of his…
Director of Bands reflects on living out dream career at alma mater
As his June 30 retirement date draws near, Liberty University Professor of Music and Director of Bands Dr. Stephen Kerr (’82) said his 32-year career at Liberty has been full of rich relationships and warm memories. “I am deeply contemplative…
School of Music professor recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award
On May 5, during the Liberty University School of Music’s degree presentation ceremony at Commencement, professor Don Marsh was presented a Lifetime Achievement Award for his continued excellence in training the school’s students to become Champions for Christ. Marsh has…
Grammy winner CeCe Winans shares her heart for remaining grounded in Christ amid industry success
On Sunday evening, the Liberty University School of Music welcomed award-winning Gospel singer and recording artist CeCe Winans to its 15th Annual Night of Worship. At the end of the night, Michael W. Smith, executive director of the Center for…
UPDATE: School of Music student headed to Hollywood, next round of ‘American Idol’
Liberty University sophomore Luke Taylor will be advancing to the next round of “American Idol” after singing “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash on the Sunday night audition episode. School of Music student to perform on ‘American Idol’ March…
Emmy Award-winning music professor says investing in students is most cherished time of his career
Throughout his 14 years at Liberty University, School of Music professor Don Marsh has experienced the joy of pouring into hundreds of students on a personal level, sharing his knowledge of the music industry while encouraging them to remain grounded in their…
School of Music students hone skills at summer internships across the nation and abroad
After completing finals this past May, close to 75 Liberty University School of Music students scattered across the country and overseas to experience life outside of college through internships pertaining to their specific areas of musical study. “We have been…
Liberty names deans for Schools of Divinity, Music, and Aeronautics
Liberty University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Scott Hicks announced today that three interim deans have officially been named deans: Dr. Stephen Müller, School of Music; Dr. Troy Temple, John W. Rawlings School of Divinity; and Dr. Rick Roof, School…